World Toilet Day 2026
A UN day raising awareness of the billions of people living without safely managed sanitation.
Quick facts
- Date
- November 19
- Day of the week
- Thursday in 2026
- Type
- International
- Observed in
- Global
- First observed
- 2001 (UN observance since 2013)
- Established by
- World Toilet Organization
- Led by
- UN-Water
- Hashtag
- #WorldToiletDay
Overview
World Toilet Day, on November 19, highlights the sanitation crisis. Safe toilets protect people from disease, keep water clean and give dignity and safety, especially to women and girls.
History
Jack Sim founded the World Toilet Organization in Singapore and launched World Toilet Day in 2001. The UN General Assembly made it an official UN day in 2013.
How to celebrate
Talk about it
Break the taboo — sanitation is a health and dignity issue.
Support sanitation projects
Donate to organisations building safe toilets.
Keep drains clean
Never flush wipes, oils or plastics.
Wishes and messages
Greeting card
A 1080 × 1080 image, ready for WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram.
Social media captions
Sanitation is a human right. 🚻 #WorldToiletDay
World Toilet Day dates
| Year | Date | Day of the week | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | November 19 | Thursday | 16 |
| 2027 | November 19 | Friday | 381 |
| 2028 | November 19 | Sunday | 747 |
| 2029 | November 19 | Monday | 1,112 |
| 2030 | November 19 | Tuesday | 1,477 |
| 2031 | November 19 | Wednesday | 1,842 |
Frequently asked questions
When is World Toilet Day?
Every year on November 19.
Who started World Toilet Day?
Jack Sim and the World Toilet Organization, in 2001.
Last updated November 2, 2026